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The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected President and was ta... [read more]
The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected President and was ta... [read more] Blog: Vanilla in Manila
Date: December 13th 2007
Someone I know went to Manila on a brief business trip recently and asked me to put their story on here. (Apologies for the first person perspective!) First impressions in the cab from the airport…lots of traffic. This would also prove to be my lingering memory of the city (listening to hideously cheesey pop music- seemingly the only thing on local radio); it’s the worst I’ve seen in any ... read more
Date: December 13th 2007
Someone I know went to Manila on a brief business trip recently and asked me to put their story on here. (Apologies for the first person perspective!) First impressions in the cab from the airport…lots of traffic. This would also prove to be my lingering memory of the city (listening to hideously cheesey pop music- seemingly the only thing on local radio); it’s the worst I’ve seen in any ... read more
